Accesible Admission: No previous knowledge of the German language required. No pre-med, foundation year, or Studienkolleg required.
Global Campus Experience: Start your medical career with no study place limitations for international students! Study in a budget-friendly, internationally vibrant environment, where cultures converge and ideas flourish. Germany’s immigration laws are fairer and more inclusive than those of many other countries.
Hands-On Learning: Benefit from a practice-oriented approach with personalized instruction in small groups, ensuring you get the attention, support and resources you need.
Early Integration into Clinical Practice: Start gaining clinical experience in top-tier German and international teaching hospitals from as early as the 3rd year to the 6th year, setting the foundation for a global medical career.
Cutting-Edge Campus: Learn in Hamburg’s state-of-the-art, highly digital university campus with innovative facilities designed to keep you ahead in the medical field.
Top-Ranked Institution: Be part of one of Germany’s universities which are for academic excellence and innovation.
Comfort and Convenience: Enjoy on-campus hospitality and housing options, making your study experience seamless and enjoyable.
Pathway to a PhD: Unlock the opportunity to pursue your PhD at UMCH, advancing your medical career to the highest level.
Relaxed, Free German Language Course: Designed to equip students with the language proficiency necessary.
Degree is automatically recognized in the EU and many other countries (Switzerland, Norway, the UK (no PLAB required), UAE, India) and also enables eligibility in the USA (USMLE) and Canada.
Automatic license as a doctor can be obtained immediately after graduation - no licensing exam required; language skills required
Permanent residency in Germany within 21 months, in safe and international cities like Hamburg.
Students often receive job offers while still studying - due to the high demand of doctors in Germany.
Free choice of specialty after graduation - no competition or exam required.
Excellent salary during specialty training in Germany.
Experience UMCH through the eyes of our students! They report on their experiences on our modern medical campus and give you an insight into the first-class facilities, the practical training, the diverse leisure opportunities, and the attractive location of the campus. Watch the clips to get exclusive insights and useful advice. Find out first-hand why UMCH is the ideal place to study and get valuable tips for campus life.
Clinical teaching at UMCH combines theoretical instruction on the campus in Hamburg with practical training phases in over 30 teaching hospitals in Germany. From the third year of study, students gain 8 to 16 weeks of valuable practical experience in certified clinics and practices each year.
This intensive training prepares students optimally for professional life and opens the door to professional life from the fourth year of study.
Our teaching hospitalsOver 30 teaching hospitals and over 100 teaching practices in Germany and other European countries
4-week internship possible from the 1st year of study in a teaching hospital
Choice of teaching hospital for students in the 2nd year of study
Remain regionally rooted by being assigned to teaching hospitals in your home region
Early insight into everyday clinical life from the 3rd to the 6th year of study
8 weeks of clinical phase in the 3rd year of study
12 to 14 weeks of clinical phase in the 4th to the 6th year of study
UMCH quality management guarantees training of the highest standards and ensures holistic clinical teaching
Students gain insights into 30 medical disciplines
Students can choose their 5 preferred teaching hospitals
The Hamburg branch of the university offers an extensive network of teaching hospitals and medical facilities for clinical-practical training. Students take part in simulations of real examination situations and have the opportunity to apply practical skills under supervision in the operating room.
Research at UMCH offers students the opportunity to take part in groundbreaking projects. With state-of-the-art equipment and interdisciplinary approaches, a broad spectrum of medical topics is covered. Students benefit from the support of experienced scientists.
These workshops offer you the opportunity to acquire additional skills and deepen your knowledge in various specialist areas. Whether it's clinical techniques, scientific research, or personal development, our extracurricular programs complement your studies perfectly and prepare you comprehensively for your future career.
Broaden your horizons and get inspiration for your own professional career. The Reach Higher lecture series is a valuable addition to your studies and offers you the opportunity to think outside the box and gain new perspectives.
Students from over 40 nations study at UMCH, which creates a diverse and multicultural learning environment. They benefit from a broad network of experts and partner institutions. These networking opportunities promote the exchange of knowledge and experience across national and cultural borders. They also help students to make valuable contacts for their future careers.
Share friendships, projects, passions!
Share friendships, projects, passions!
In our student clubs, you enrich your university experience, make friends, and implement exciting projects. Sports, music, culture, and charitable activities - here you can achieve great things together.
Have lunch together?
Have lunch together?
In the campus's own cafeteria, the UMCH Cafeteria, students are offered different meals every day at lunchtime - including vegetarian or vegan dishes.
Would you like a break?
Would you like a break?
In addition to the UMCH cafeteria, the coffee corners, and the study and lounge rooms spread across the entire campus, students come together especially in our spacious lounge.